Curated luxury hotels in South Glamorgan

On the outskirts of Cardiff, The Bear, Cowbridge is situated in the picturesque market town of Cowbridge, 25 minutes from Cardiff Airport and with good access to the M4 motorway.

The historic Bear Hotel dates back to the 12th century, boasting individually decorated bedrooms, some with beamed ceilings or four-poster beds. All rooms have en suite facilities, with Freeview TV and free Wi-Fi internet access.

Guests will enjoy the flagstone real ale bar and luxurious lounge bar, offering drinks, snacks and afternoon tea. The hotel boasts a charming restaurant, serving an excellent menu, with local produce.

In the picturesque Vale of Glamorgan, Cowbridge boasts a beautiful green coastline, boutique shops and beautiful town houses. The Bear, Cowbridge is also 15 minutes away from Cardiff city centre and the Cardiff Bay development.

Mercure Newport has a fitness centre, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Newport. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is non-smoking and is set 22 km from University of South Wales - Cardiff Campus.

The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower.

A buffet, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.

Motorpoint Arena Cardiff is 23 km from Mercure Newport, while Cardiff University is 23 km from the property. Cardiff Airport is 44 km away.

Palette Modern Newport City Center is set in Newport, within 20 km of Motorpoint Arena Cardiff and 20 km of Cardiff University. Featuring a shared lounge, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property is non-smoking and is located 20 km from University of South Wales - Cardiff Campus.

At the hotel, every room has a desk. All units in Palette Modern Newport City Center are equipped with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries.

Cardiff Castle is 21 km from the accommodation, while Principality Stadium is 21 km away. Cardiff Airport is 43 km from the property.

The Priory is nestled within the historic town of Caerleon on the River Usk. Dating back to 1180, this hotel was originally a Cistercian monastery. It has a fantastic à la carte restaurant, and is situated in secluded grounds in the historic town of Caerleon, on the River Usk.

Many of the traditional rooms at The Priory Hotel retain original period features, and all come with a flat-screen multi-channel TV. Rooms all have picturesque views, their own bathroom, and a work desk.

Each morning, breakfast is provided in the Oak Panel Room, with its antique stained glass and wooden panels that date back to 1622. The restaurant offers a wide-ranging menu for evening meals, and outdoor seating is available in the pretty gardens.

The centre of Newport is just a 10-minute drive from The Priory. Cardiff and Bristol can both be reached in around 30 minutes by car.

A stay at Best Western Premier Heronston Hotel & Spa places you in the heart of Bridgend, within a 5-minute drive of Ewenny Priory Church and Church of St Aengus. This hotel is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Candleston Castle and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Ogmore Castle.

With a stay at Oyster House in Swansea, you'll be in a shopping district, just a 1-minute walk from Swansea Bay and 6 minutes by foot from Oystermouth Castle. This hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Mumbles Pier and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Mumbles Lighthouse.

With a stay at The Bluebell Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Neath, just a 3-minute walk from Gwyn Hall and 6 minutes by foot from Victoria Gardens. This hotel is 13 mi (20.9 km) from Brecon Beacons National Park and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Neath Golf Club.

With a stay at Village Hotel Swansea in Swansea (St. Thomas), you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Dylan Thomas Centre and The Environment Centre. This hotel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Pennard Golf Course and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Swansea Museum.

With a stay at Mercure Swansea Hotel in Swansea (Llansamlet), you'll be a 4-minute drive from Swansea.com Stadium and 6 minutes from St. Joseph's Cathedral. This hotel is 3.1 mi (5.1 km) from Dylan Thomas Centre and 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from Swansea Beach.

With a stay at Morgans Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Swansea, steps from Swansea Museum and Dylan Thomas Centre. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from LC Swansea and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Grand Theatre.

Located in Swansea (Castle), Delta Hotels by Marriott Swansea is a 4-minute walk from Swansea Arena and 7 minutes by foot from LC Swansea. This beach hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Grand Theatre and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Dylan Thomas Centre.

The Georgian Swansea is centrally located in Swansea – a 5-minute walk from LC Swansea and 6 minutes by foot from Swansea Marina. This luxury hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Swansea Arena and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Swansea Beach.

With a stay at Ice House Apartments in Swansea (St. Thomas), you'll be a 4-minute walk from Dylan Thomas Centre and 5 minutes by foot from The Environment Centre. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Pennard Golf Course and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Swansea Museum.

With a stay at King Arthur Hotel in Swansea, you'll be 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Oxwich Bay Beach and 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from Three Cliffs Bay Beach. This inn is 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Rhossili Beach and 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from Caswell Bay Beach.

This 4-star, 17th-century building boasts rooms with underfloor heating and 28-inch plasma TVs. Set in the idyllic village of Llangennith, it offers fresh, locally sourced Welsh food, just 1 mile from the beach.

Elegantly furnished, each spacious room at the King's Head Inn includes a modern private bathroom and a hairdryer. Guests can relax with free tea and coffee, and a wall-mounted TV.

The historic King's Head bar features wooden beams and exposed stonework. Evening meals are served, including Welsh venison, home-cooked Thai food, and a variety of local ales. The bar also offers a huge range of specialist malt whiskies.

The Inn is located in the beautiful Gower Peninsula, and is 15 miles away from Swansea. The village is set between three hills, offering many scenic walking paths, and a 12th-century church. There is also a surf shop and surf school in the village for guests enjoying the beach.

The property is 1 and a half hour's drive from Cardiff and the Millennium Stadium.

Featuring a sauna, 2 Bed Bungalow -25 Gower Holiday Village - Dog Friendly is situated in Swansea. This chalet features a private pool, a garden and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is set 5.7 km from Rhossili Bay.

The chalet comes with 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with an oven and a microwave. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the garden views.

A minimarket is available at the chalet.

The chalet also offers an indoor pool and a hot tub for guests to relax in.

Oxwich Bay is 10 km from 2 Bed Bungalow -25 Gower Holiday Village - Dog Friendly, while Grand Theatre is 24 km away.